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Big Deal with Small Modular Reactors
Within the next 10 years, advanced small modular reactors (SMRs) could change the way we think about reliable, clea
2 June 2022 by Michael Sharp...

Industrial

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Surprising ways to go nuclear
Advanced nuclear reactor systems will offer greater flexibility in location, size, and operation to generate both electrical and t
2 June 2022 by Michael Sharp...

Healthcare

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World first breakthrough could prevent SIDS
The mystery of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is being uncovered thanks to a world-first breakthrough at the Children's Hospital, Westmead, NSW.A research team led by Dr Carmel Harrington at the Hospital have identified Butyrylcholinesterase (BChE) as the first bio-marker that could help detect babies more at risk of SIDS. The study found BChE levels were significantly lower in babies who subsequently died of SIDS compared to living controls and other infant deaths.Dr Carmel Harrington lost her own child to SIDS 29 years ago, and it still accounts for two babies a week dying in Australia.https://www.schn.health.nsw.gov.au/news/articles/2022/05/world-first-breakthrough-could-prevent-sids
1 June 2022 by Jeremy Wright

Inclusion

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Love Island 2022: First-ever deaf contestant
The model and dancer will make history on series eight of the ITV2 show and joins a bumper line-up of sexy singletons, which also includes footballer Michael Owen’s eldest daughter Gemma Owen.However, Love Island’s first-ever deaf contestant, Tasha Ghouri, won’t require an interpreter during her time in the villa.Click the link to find out more:https://metro.co.uk/2022/05/30/love-island-2022-deaf-contestant-natasha-ghouri-wont-need-interpreter-16737489
31 May 2022 by Marcus Gordon

Climate

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A data-first approach to address post-catastrophe impacts
Natural disasters continue to intensify in occurrence and capacity,  costing Australia an average $38 billion per year.  Using behavioural research and insights, HCL Technologies and its design consultancy Symplicit are taking a data-first approach to address post-catastrophe impacts like the Queensland floods.  Symplicit created an interactive systems map that puts residents and small business owners at the centre of disaster response and recovery. The map helps to prioritise responses, coordinate approaches, and utilise resources to better meet staff and community needs. It tells the story of complex interactions in the disaster recovery ecosystem in a simple, digestible and digitally accessible format.  https://www.symplicit.com.au/work/thriving-communities-partnership
31 May 2022 by IdeaSpies

Inclusion

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Laverne Cox making history as Mattel release a Barbie doll celebrating the trans icon
The brand new collectible is the first of its kind for Barbie, giving trans girls a doll that represents them.It’s part of Mattel’s Tribute Collection, which also celebrates Maya Angelou, Ella Fitzgerald, and Vera Wang.The doll has also been released in celebration of Cox’s 50th birthday and in time for Pride season.Click the link to find out more:https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2022/05/25/laverne-cox-barbie-doll-where-to-buy
31 May 2022 by Marcus Gordon